A Basketball Fan in Football Country

[Cointalksmilez]

As a huge basketball enthusiast, I've noticed that it doesn't quite have the same following in Nigeria as it does in other parts of the world. While football seems to be the dominant sport here, I've always been more drawn to the fast-paced action and skill of basketball. I'm curious to know if anyone else shares my passion for the sport, or if there are any initiatives to grow the basketball community in Nigeria.

[DragonF]

Even though I am a football lover, I know a lot of basketball fans around my neighborhood. Sometimes when I don't play football in the evening, I go to the basketball court to watch people play. Basketball may not be as popular as football but it still enjoys some sought of popularity in Nigeria. To justify this, most universities in the country has a basketball team.

[Rruchi man]

I'm curious to know if anyone else shares my passion for the sport,

There may not be people in his forum who share a passion in basketball here, but it does not mean that there are no person's who like basketball in Nigeria. I have friends who love basketball and go every evening to basket courts to play and meet others like themselves. I am sure that those kind of people still exist around you, just waiting to be discovered.

[DragonF]

I'm curious to know if anyone else shares my passion for the sport,

There may not be people in his forum who share a passion in basketball here, but it does not mean that there are no person's who like basketball in Nigeria.

You are right. Absolutely, this platform doesn't house 50% of the population in Nigeria and so the passion of the majority in this platform is not a reflection of what is loved in Nigeria. Basketball is played by a reasonable number of people as long as Nigeria is concerned.

[bitebits]

I'm curious to know if anyone else shares my passion for the sport,

There may not be people in his forum who share a passion in basketball here, but it does not mean that there are no person's who like basketball in Nigeria.

You are right. Absolutely, this platform doesn't house 50% of the population in Nigeria and so the passion of the majority in this platform is not a reflection of what is loved in Nigeria. Basketball is played by a reasonable number of people as long as Nigeria is concerned.

Indeed, it is possible here to admit that more based on the data provided herein it is possible to note that the majority of interest here does not encompass a large part of the Nigerian population since this platform does not possess a large number of registered users. Thus, even though basketball is not as popular as football, Nigerians have always had a penchant for it and it is participated in on multiple tiers. The game therefore goes on enjoying a growing popularity particularly with more Nigerian talentedinternational players coming up.

[Axcel777]

I'm curious to know if anyone else shares my passion for the sport,

There may not be people in his forum who share a passion in basketball here, but it does not mean that there are no person's who like basketball in Nigeria.

You are right. Absolutely, this platform doesn't house 50% of the population in Nigeria and so the passion of the majority in this platform is not a reflection of what is loved in Nigeria. Basketball is played by a reasonable number of people as long as Nigeria is concerned.

Indeed, it is possible here to admit that more based on the data provided herein it is possible to note that the majority of interest here does not encompass a large part of the Nigerian population since this platform does not possess a large number of registered users. Thus, even though basketball is not as popular as football, Nigerians have always had a penchant for it and it is participated in on multiple tiers. The game therefore goes on enjoying a growing popularity particularly with more Nigerian talentedinternational players coming up.

While basketball is not as culturally significant as football within Nigeria, teams’ and individuals’ performance is increasing, due to Nigerian players who perform on the international level. Indeed, out of the targeted population not every segment is reached by networks associated with basketball but passion towards the game is evident at a certain level. Despite a slow progress of basketball into the affection of Nigerian populace, more players are now making substantial accomplishments in the international league.

[MansonXV]

I’d recommend checking out international games—they’re a great way to see the global love for basketball.

[JillianDunn]

I’ve noticed the same thing about Nigeria. Football does dominate, but I think basketball is slowly growing, especially with players like Giannis and Joel Embiid showing what’s possible. A couple of years ago, I went to a Euroleague game in Europe and had the best time—it's amazing how basketball is thriving in other parts of the world. I bought my tickets through Euroleague Basketball Tickets [nofollow] on Seatpin, and the whole experience was seamless.